Athlete of the week

sports: Swimming, tennis, pingpong Favorite pro team: Yankees Favorite pro athlete: Derek Jeter Proudest moment in sports: Winning a gold medal in the novice division of Special Olympics alpine skiing. Best coaches: Ted Canty and Dave Domke, Special Olympics Favorite school subject: Painting What it means to compete for the Auburn Rocketeers Special Olympics team: It makes me excited. I feel good inside. Advice for incoming competitors: Keep trying Post high school plans: Work in a grocery store or restaurant Something people might not know about me: I like to volunteer and help other people.

To nominate an Athlete of the Week, contact The Landmark Editor Dave Greenslit at 508-829- 5981 or editor@thelandmark.com.